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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Syria to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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